Case Law
What are scruples?
An Example: Scott Anderson’s Scruple
Lisa Larges: One Woman’s Journey with Scruples
March 25, 2009 “Synod court nullifies presbytery’s vote in Larges case,” By Leslie Scanlon, The Outlook. Get the official report of the SPJC here.
March 25, 2009 “God vs. Gay,” an interview done by The Advocate.com with Lisa Larges of That All May Freely Serve.
A great summary from Covenant Network of the Actions on Ordination Standards at the latest meeting of the GA.
An article from Presbyterian Outlook: “Reflections on Ordination Standards After San Jose”
These can be wordy and confusing, so we’d suggest scrolling down to the “history” section to get the gist of the case first.
Although “Bush” has now been rendered moot, it is an often mentioned case. If you want more background:Bush v. the Presbytery of Pittsburgh
Weir v. Session and Presbytery of San Joaquin v. Presbytery of the Redwoods are two important cases in the ordination of GLBT folks, establishing that orientation and openness are not issues in themselves, and that asking about someone’s sexual practice just because they tell you they’re gay or lesbian is prohibited. A “hunch, gossip, and stereotype” cannot form the basis for special inquiry.
Elders and G-6.0106b This case shows how G-6.0106b can also affect the ordination of elders and deacons.
Stewart v. Mission Presbytery asks whether Candidates in the ordination process are held to G-6.0106b.
Jane Spahr’s Journey…
Follow the journey of Janet Edwards…
A Perspective from Outside of the PC(USA), from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette